Category Manager - Richmond Hill, Canada - Canada Computers Inc.
Description
Position Overview
The Category Manager is responsible for managing all products in their assigned category during the product's entire life cycle.
This will include planning & forecasting, sourcing and procuring products, product launch, inventory management, price management, margin management, promotions marketing plans and vendor relationship management.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis
- Formulate and implement strategies with regards to the assigned category in line with the stage of the product lifecycle
- Develop core positioning for the products in the category
- Source vendors and maintain positive mutually beneficial relationships
- Coordinate with vendors to obtain incentives and promotional packages.
- Conduct pricing analysis to ensure products in the assigned category are priced competitively at all times
- Periodically scan the market and assess the need for new product and new category opportunities
- Manage the launch of new categories
- Manage and maximize revenue for the assigned category
- Work closely with other departments for execution of: instore merchandising, promotions, online marketing initiatives and training of retail staff
- Work with external third parties to assess partnerships and licensing opportunities
- Provide periodical reports on status of the category and market insights
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- 3 Years of prior experience in Product Management preferably in electronics retail
- Strong interest & knowledge in the electronics and/or technology market
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fastpaced environment
- Experience in negotiation with vendors/suppliers
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient with MS Office Suite
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Richmond Hill, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location:
In person
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